How to Pronounce Deadlines

To pronounce "deadlines", say DEADL-in-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DEADL-in-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “deadlines”

"deadlines" has 3 syllables: deadl-in-es. It rhymes with guidelines and confines, if that helps it stick.

What does deadlines mean?

noun

  1. A time limit in the form of a date on or before which something must be completed.

    “I must make this deadline or my boss will kill me!”

  2. A guideline marked on a plate for a printing press.

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Words that rhyme with deadlines

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guidelinesconfinesdesignswhinesheadlinesunderminesdefinesfinesshinesfelinescaninescombines

Related words

benchmarkscalendarcalendarsdatedatesdelaydelaysdurations

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deadlines"?▾

"Deadlines" has 3 syllables: deadl · in · es.

What does "deadlines" mean?▾

Deadlines: A time limit in the form of a date on or before which something must be completed.

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